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Trump tests presidential authority in revamping NM, U.S. voting laws; NV legislators, conservation groups demand action on lower rates, clean energy; North TX county sues feds over PFAS contamination; Poll: Americans concerned about bird flu impacts on wallet over health.

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The Dept. of Health and Human Services prepares to cut 10,000 more jobs. Election officials are unsure if a Trump executive order will be enacted, and Republicans in Congress say they aim to cut NPR and PBS funding.

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Rural folks face significant clean air and water risks due to EPA cutbacks, a group of policymakers is working to expand rural health care via mobile clinics, and a new study maps Montana's news landscape.

Farah Siddiqi

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Farah Siddiqi is a dedicated journalist and producer whose career reflects a deep commitment to cross-cultural understanding and inclusive storytelling. Born and raised in Canada to a Pakistani immigrant family, Farah has lived and worked across North America, the Middle East, and Asia, she has traveled to over 20 countries, deepening her global perspective. Now based in Southern California, she is a multilingual communicator, fluent in English, French, Urdu, and Hindi, with foundational skills in Arabic and Spanish. With on-air experience in the U.S., Canada, Dubai, and Hong Kong, Farah is a seasoned social impact advocate. She takes a collaborative approach to journalism, partnering with nonprofits, community advocates, and policy experts to produce stories that resonate nationwide. Her reporting aims to inform, inspire, and foster empathy, particularly on issues affecting immigrant communities, interfaith understanding, and equity. Farah’s dedication to bridging misunderstandings is at the heart of her work, inviting audiences to engage with complex issues through a lens of compassion and curiosity.


Honors and Awards: 2023 Sassy Hong Kong Readership Award

Professional Memberships: Immigrant groups, Ethnic minorities, Women and Children, Interfaith

Languages Spoken: English, French, Urdu, Hindi, Arabic(written and read), Spanish (Beginner)

Topic Expertise: Children's Advocacy, Education, Social Justice, Travel, Expatriate Life, Philanthropy

Local Expertise: International

Location: Orange County

Demographic Expertise: Immigrant groups, Ethnic minorities, Women and Children, Interfaith

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Ohio educators alarmed over proposed elimination of DOE

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